We Love You Avery

Avery, 

  On April 9, 2007, we found out that we were going to be blessed with a baby.  We were beyond excited.  Over the next few months, we thought all about what you might look, what you might grow up to be, what kinds of toys would you like, books would you like, game would you play, etc.  We picked out furniture for you room.  We thought about what we would name you.  We were so full of excitement we could hardly stand it.  You were supposed to arrive on December 16, but on November 2, we got a little surprise and found out you would be coming a bit sooner than we expected.  When you were born, we still had no idea just how much you would change our lives.  Over the past year, you have filled us with love more than we ever thought possible.  You make us smile EVERY day.  Though you have challenged us at times (when you wouldn't sleep, or were sad, or started throwing fits!) our love for you has only grown.  The joy you bring into our lives is indescribable.  Your smile is the best thing we have ever seen.  Your laugh is the best sound we have ever heard.  You started as a tiny, little person that we would snuggle up each day.  You have become a busy, little toddler, walking around, eager to explore the world around you with wonder and curiosity.  You truly light up our life and we are the luckiest parents in the world.  You have taught us to become better people and taught us just what unconditional love is.   We can't wait to watch you grow this year, and watch you as you discover the world around you and all it has to offer. You are an amazing little girl and we are beyond blessed that you are our daughter.  Always know just how much we love you Avery Ellen, and you truly are the sunshine of our lives.  We love you.

Love,

Mama and Daddy